American Foundation for Suicide Prevention - Missouri Chapter

03/29/2026

Over 200 ppl at Lindenwood and they have A message for you!!

03/29/2026

We are at Lindenwood University for the Out of The Darkness Campus Walk and we are so excited to be here!!! Come join us!

03/28/2026

AFSP - MO Chapter is looking for a Social Media Ambassador. This volunteer will help us increase our online engagement and presence on our social media platforms. If you believe this role is for you email us today and our Nominations Committee will set up interviews!

03/17/2026

Incoming Board Member and Chair of our Construction Initiatives, Tim Rowden kicked off our info breakfast for Hard Hat Courage. We look forward to continuing to help move the work forward in the industry.

https://labortribune.com/hard-hat-courage-seminar-educates-construction-workforce-on-su***de-prevention/?fbclid=IwZnRzaAQmgkBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeUOZwZHE7FtxExl72RZJYIQhobOJdRZnNxX84RDSDRVvM3G9QMSf2pQ5d4qE_aem_gPsDKRMdBd61fuMs6Th50g

By SHERI GASSAWAY Missouri Correspondent St. Louis –Talk saves lives when it comes to su***de prevention, and you don’t have to be an expert to help someone. That was the main message during a recent presentation held at Laborers Local 42 in St. Louis on the American Foundation for Su***de Preve...

03/16/2026

The construction industry faces one of the highest su***de rates of any profession. Long hours, physical strain, job insecurity, and stigma around mental health all contribute to this crisis.

It is estimated that 12 construction workers across the U.S. die by su***de daily. Compared to the general population, male construction workers have a three times higher rate of su***de, while female construction workers have four times higher rate (than women in other industries). Although su***de impacts the construction industry at a high rate, it is important to know that there is always hope and su***de can be prevented.

The American Foundation for Su***de Prevention Missouri Chapter’s Construction Hike for Hope is a powerful opportunity for the construction community to work toward a future where su***de is no longer a leading cause of death in the construction industry.

https://afsp.org/MOConstruction

03/12/2026

Yesterday was an incredible day in Jefferson City at our Missouri State Capitol for our annual Advocacy Action Day! Our advocates shared their stories, shared pictures of their loved ones, brought awareness to 988 bills, co-response bills and su***de prevention education for educators bills. It’s always a heavy day but they gave it their all and were a voice themselves, those struggling and those no longer with us.

Thank you to all the legislators and staff who took time out of their very busy day to meet with us and listen to us!

A HUGE shoutout and thank you to our incredible advocates! We can’t do the work we do with YOU! You are special, you matter and you are so worthy! Thank you for all you do!!

If in crisis please call, text or chat 988 24/7 365 You matter!

03/12/2026

In Jefferson City today our advocates were advocating for permanent, sustainable 988 funding, Behavioral Health Co-Response Teams & Training and School Personnel Training with their legislators. Thank you to all those that showed up and used their voices to further this vital work.

03/11/2026

03/11/2026

Our advocates are in Jefferson City meeting with our state legislators today! Send all the good vibes at 12pm for the senate committee hearing on SB 1562 establishing a telecom fee and prepaid wireless fee to be deposited into a newly created 988 Crisis Continuum Fund to fund 988 at the state level! Good luck advocates!!

03/08/2026

Construction workers build our roads, bridges, and communities. It’s time we help build hope within the workforce.

According to CDC data, the construction and extraction industries have the highest rate of su***de among occupational groups in the U.S. That’s why AFSP Missouri Chapter’s Construction Hike for Hope is dedicated to improving mental health in the construction industry through education, prevention, and empowering mental health champions on every job site.

Join us for a meaningful day outdoors as we honor those affected, raise awareness, and walk together toward change.

Let’s build a culture where asking for help is strength.

Date: April18, 2026

Location: Greensfelder Park - Muckerman Shelter, Pacific, MO

On-Site Registration Starts: 9:30 a.m.

Program Starts: 10 a.m.

https://supporting.afsp.org/MOConstruction